This unique book fills the void in the existing literature related to the diagnosis and
evaluation of pediatric ACL injuries and presents both current and emerging surgical techniques
for pediatric ACL reconstruction. Once considered rare these injuries are on the rise as
children are increasingly active and engaged in high-impact sports. Historically these
injuries have been treated with benign neglect but there is increasing evidence that
non-operative treatment approaches can lead to recurrent instability further injury to the
meniscus or cartilage and eventually joint degeneration.Opening with discussion of
epidemiology developmental anatomy and assessment and radiography this one-stop resource
then presents conservative and surgical management strategies and algorithms including ACL
reconstruction without bone tunnels use of epiphyseal tunnels trans-physeal tunnels or
hybrid techniques. Special attention is given to the young female athlete complications
prevention strategies rehabilitation and return to play considerations. Bringing together the
latest clinical evidence with the preferred techniques of experts in the field The Pediatric
Anterior Cruciate Ligament is a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the inherent problems in
treating ACL injuries in the pediatric patient useful for pediatric orthopedic surgeons
orthopedic sports medicine surgeons primary care sports medicine physicians and other
professionals working with the young athlete.
